Gutter Wisdom & Home Exterior Tips

TL;DR: Roof heating cable installation cost depends on how many feet of cable your roof edges and gutters need, plus the electrical work to power it. Running costs stay modest in Utah…

Winter in Utah doesn’t give you much warning. One morning, you wake up to a frozen driveway, ice-packed gutters, and a roof that’s quietly building up an ice dam.  If your ice…

A winter roof can look calm from the ground, but ice along the eaves tells a different story. In Utah, where cold nights follow sunny winter days, meltwater can refreeze fast. That…

When heavy snow and ice build up on roofs, they can lead to serious problems—ice dams, dangerous snow slides, and even costly structural damage. In the U.S., snow and ice-related vehicle crashes…

Winter in colder climates, like Utah, often brings heavy snow and ice. While Utah has one of the best snow in the world, it can create serious problems for your roof, the…

TL;DR: Ice dams form when melting roof snow refreezes near the roof edge, blocking drainage and increasing the risk of leaks. Utah homeowners can use roof rakes, calcium chloride, or warm water…

We’ve always been strong advocates for roof heat cable installations. They’re one of the most effective ways to protect homes from the dangers of ice damming.   However, some people worry that installing…

Ice dams in Utah are a common problem when roofs aren’t properly ventilated, and they can lead to significant damage. Luckily, there’s a way to prevent that disaster from happening in the…

With winter just around the corner, you are probably eagerly waiting for the first snowfall. But as Utahans know, we are blessed with an average snowfall of 272 inches and frequent snowstorms,…

TL;DR: Heated gutter systems use heat cables or heated gutter covers to reduce ice buildup and keep meltwater moving during winter. They can limit ice dams, heavy icicles, gutter strain, roof damage,…